Taos County Grading and Excavating Permit

The Taos County Grading and Excavating Permit allows people to do certain digging and land work on their property. You might need one if you’re planning to change the shape of the land, like leveling it for building or adding drainage channels. This permit helps ensure that the work is done safely and doesn’t harm the environment or nearby properties. It’s important to follow the rules and get approval before starting any digging or grading project to avoid problems later on.

Requirements for Taos County Grading and Excavating Permit:

1. Fill out and sign the permit application.
2. Follow Appendix Chapter 33 of the 1997 Uniform Building Code.
3. Provide a copy of the property deed and valuation notice.
4. Include a boundary survey and site plan.
5. Get approval for floodplain determination.
6. Include a map showing location of well, septic, and utility easements.
7. Show dimensions, elevations, and drainage plans.
8. Specify structure locations, watercourses, and property contours.
9. Grading under 5,000 cubic yards might not need an engineer, unless special conditions exist.
10. For grading over 5,000 cubic yards, submit an approved plan by a certified Civil Engineer.
11. Include detailed drainage plans and incorporate recommendations from soil and geology reports.
12. Provide dates and details of the soil and geology reports.